What are the toughest mower blades?
The E6 blades are the widest, thickest blades offered by USA Mower Blades. E6 blades are 3-inches wide and 0.250-inches thick. These extra-thick blades are heavy-duty and will tackle any lawn with ease. Designed for commercial applications, E6 blades offer unmatched durability and longevity.
What are sand mower blades?
Sand flows over the patented wing profile preventing wing wear, lasting up to three times longer than traditional blades. The geometry creates a vacuum effect to lift grass, providing an excellent quality of cut and limits the amount of dust when mowing in sandy conditions.
What are holes in mower blades for?
Most lawn mower blades have a round center hole that is used to connect the blade to the spindle. When the center hole is round, matching a replacement blade is relatively easy. Simply measure the inner diameter of the hole.
What are the blades on a lawn mower called?
There are two basic types of lawn mower blades – standard blades and mulching blades. Telling them apart is easy when you know how the blades work and what to look for. Standard blades, sometimes referred to as 2-in-1 blades, are designed to cut grass and then either discharge or bag the clippings.
Are Gator blades worth it?
Unlike other mulching blades that push the grass down, the high lift on a gator blade draws the grass up which in turn gives you a clean, even cut. This high lift also makes using Gator Blades in bagging operations a great choice.
Does sand dull lawn mower blades?
Also check the thickness of your lawn mower blade. Over time, dirt, sand, and other debris can erode the blade, causing the metal to weaken and become paper-thin. If you see this, you should replace the blade immediately since it can break while mowing and possibly injure someone.
Can I use mulching blades with side discharge?
Mulching blades are sometimes called “all purpose” or “3-in-1” blades because you can use them to mulch, bag, or side discharge. Standard blades are called 2-in-1 blades because you can use them to either bag or side discharge the grass. Can I use my current mower to recycle my grass clippings? Yes.
What’s the difference between mulching blades and regular blades?
The primary difference between a mulching blade and a regular blade is shape. A mulching blade typically has a more curved profile than a regular blade, and it is also likely to have cutting edges along more of its surface than a regular blade does.
Are Gator blades better than regular mulching blades?
Are Gator blades better than high lift blades?
Gator blades are best for Mulching. High lift blades are best for discharging or bagging. These blades produce mulch to fertilize the lawn. These blades produce grass clippings to pile up and remove from the lawn.